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Content: Definition of motivation Motivational concepts Motivational theories A. Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs Work motivation Conclusion References Questions The end
Definition of motivation: Motivation is the set of reasons that determines one to engage in a particular behavior. Motive is a need or a want that causes us to act. Need is deficiency.
Motivational concepts: Rewards: Tangible Intangible Reinforcement Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
Motivational theories: D. McClelland’s achievement motivation theory A. Maslow’s hierarchy of human needs theory Alderfer’s ERG theory
A. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs: A humanistic psychologist Motives are ordered Human beings are born with five systems of needs As one set of needs is satisfied, another appears.
A. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs: Level I - Physiological needs Level II - Safety needs Level III - Social needs Level IV - Esteem needs Level V - Self-actualization needs
Work motivation: Douglas McGregor: Theory X Theory Y
Conclusion Motivation is very important because it helps people to set their goals.
References: Linda L. Davidoff.. “Introduction to Psychology” (2oo , “Motivation”, “Maslow’s hierarchy of needs”). /psy/ch09/workmot.mhtml ( ). /psy/ch09/workmot.mhtml (2009-o3-31).